The coins of the “República Portuguesa” refer to the coins of the Portuguese Escudo, which was the currency of Portugal from 1911 to 2002, [according to Wikipedia] . Portugal adopted the Euro in 1999 and the Escudo was phased out of circulation in 2002.
- Currency: The Portuguese Escudo (PTE), subdivided into 100 centavos.
- Period: In use from 1911 (replacing the real after the overthrow of the monarchy) until 2002 when it was replaced by the Euro.
- Symbolism: The word “escudo” literally means shield, and like other coins with similar names, it depicted the coat of arms of the state. The coins often featured the allegory of the Republic, [according to Currency Wiki | Fandom].
- Denominations: Common denominations included 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 escudos, as well as centavo coins.
- Composition and Features: The coins were made from various materials including silver, copper-nickel, bronze, and aluminum-bronze. They had varying weights, diameters, and designs depending on the year and denomination.
- Collectibility: These coins are now collectible, with prices varying based on rarity, condition, and denomination. For example, a rare 1937 silver 5 Escudos coin was recently listed for $41.21, and an extremely rare 1942 silver 10 Escudos coin was listed for $977.52.
- 1 Escudo: Coins from this denomination were circulated from 1927 to 1968 and often featured the head of Republica. A 1969 1 Escudo coin depicted the symbol of the Portuguese Republic (five shields each containing five bezants) on the obverse and the denomination above five wheat ears on the reverse. A 1915 1 Escudo coin, made of silver and considered scarce, was listed for $79.
- 2.5 Escudos: A 1963 coin in this denomination featured a ship sailing on the obverse and the arms of Portugal with the value below on the reverse.
- 5 Escudos: A 1963 5 Escudos coin also featured a ship sailing on the obverse and the coat of arms for Portugal with four stars and the value below on the reverse.
- 10 Centavos: A 1915 10 Centavo silver coin featured Liberty wearing a freedom cap with wheat sheaves on the obverse and the Portuguese seal, including a navigational sphere, seven castles, and five bezants forming a Christian cross, on the reverse.
These coins offer a glimpse into the history and numismatic heritage of Portugal during the period of the Portuguese Republic.
Can I still exchange Portuguese escudos?
Banknotes and coins in escudos can no longer be exchanged at the Banco de Portugal : The deadline for exchanging escudo coins passed on 31 December 2002; The deadline for exchanging the last series of escudo banknotes passed on 28 February 2022.
How much is the 7 euro coin in Portugal worth?
Described as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” for collectors, this limited-edition coin, bearing the image of Ronaldo and embossed with his famous ‘CR7’ brand, could fetch up to €135,000—or around $150,000 —on the secondary market.
What is the real Portuguese coin?
The real (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʁiˈal], meaning “royal”, plural: réis or [archaic] reais) was the unit of currency of Portugal and the Portuguese Empire from around 1430 until 1911.
What are former Portuguese coins called?
The Portuguese escudo (Portuguese: escudo português, pronounced [(i)ʃˈkudu puɾtuˈɣeʃ]) was the currency of Portugal replacing the real on 22 May 1911 and was in use until the introduction of the euro on 1 January 2002. The escudo was subdivided into 100 centavos.